A BURTONWOOD and Winwick councillor is set to be thrust into the national spotlight with a high-profile role at this year's Labour party conference.
Cllr Cathy Mitchell has been appointed chief scrutineer at the Liverpool conference which starts this weekend. The role will see her announces the results of ballots at the conference.
The role of Chief Scrutineer is challenging, but one that's essential to the smooth running of the conference throughout the week.
Cllr Cathy Mitchell said: "Announcements confirming who has been elected, what issues conference prioritises to be discussed and the results of card votes on party policy are some of the most important aspects of our Party conference.
"I am obviously honoured that the party has the confidence in me to ask me to undertake this key role."
Cllr Mitchell is currently contesting the Winwick Parish Council vacancy, the by-election for which will be held on October 13.
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